
Video: Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar textile jacket review
Alpinestars' popular waterproof textile jacket has one very clever trick under its sleeves...
30 Aug 2024
Needed new boots for road riding, and was looking at circa. £300 spend, so these boots initially weren't on the radar. However, having tried loads of boots on at SBS Boston I tried these and was stunned how comfortable they were, and with an excellent protection rating (all 2s). A few months in and they are brilliant - very comfortable to ride in, and fine to walk in, and so far waterproof in the little rain I've experienced, as expected. I take UK10 and found size 45 great. Not exactly things of beauty, but highly functional, and feel protective. Price was excellent I thought, and great value being gtex. Fit fine under my riding jeans (straight leg) as well my textiles.
A nicely made glove which would be good value even at full RRP; at the discounted price I paid it was a no-brainer. My hand size was right at the high end of medium and the low end of large. Tried the large; a bit big. Medium was a good fit but tight, but I expect the glove to stretch to fit over time as my previous leather gloves did.
Cons: The elasticated cuffs are a pain to get over jacket sleeves. The wrist strap is covered by another flap of suede which extends down from the palm; this is a nuisance. A bunch of tags are sewn just inside the cuff and these always need to be tucked back inside once the glove is on - more faffing!
Overall, a very nice glove and good value.
I am very happy with these shoes as they are true to size and a great safe shoe that I am using in the summer. This shoe is agile and allows me to move around easier on my bike . Thanks Sportsbike shop for another great service!
VERY COOL IN SUMMER CAME SUPER QUICK, THE BEST TOP I HAVE EVER OWNED BY FAR GREAT QUALITY LOOKS AMAZING.
Comfy, great fit and not too warm.
Does everything well, feels like a training shoe but has decent protection.